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Newly Opened Hook & Hoof Shines in Willoughby, Even If Its Menu is Out of Step With the Season

We walked the entire length of Willoughby's historic downtown, passing familiar haunts like Pranzo and Lure, and newer spots like Wild Goose and the Morehouse, before landing at the front door of Hook & Hoof. After crossing the threshold we were immediately immersed in something that felt ... differen t. The slender bistro had an undeniable energy that grabbed hold of us right away and didn't let go until we were back out on the main drag hours later.

By Douglas Trattner 06/28/2017

Dining Lead

An Ode to Honey Hut and the Family Keeping Cleveland in Good Ice Cream

Jonathan Rosati is in two very different lines of work. By day, he is a lecturer at Cleveland Institute of Art. By night (and, to...

By Billy Hallal Jun 28, 2017

Food Features

First Look: Saucy Brew Works, Opening July 5

There’s not a ton left from the old Steelman Building, a former machine shop at the corner of Detroit Avenue and W. 29th, after partners...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 27, 2017 3:25 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites saucy brew works

Insomnia Cookies Brings Its Late-Night Bakery Concept to Lakewood

For those already entranced with the crumbly goodness of Insomnia Cookies — which opened, to the delight of night owls, in the Warehouse District last year —...

By Laura Morrison Jun 27, 2017 12:44 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites Insomnia Cookies cookie sandwich cookies in lakewood new Lakewood bakery

Smokin’ Thyme Kitchen Brings Affordable Burgers, Sandwiches to Lakewood

It didn’t take long for a new operator to claim the vacant spot that was created when Joseph Zegarac shuttered his popular Chow Chow Kitchen...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 27, 2017 10:06 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites Smokin’ Thyme Kitchen

Margaritaville Officially Opens in Cleveland July 11

Update: Alright, for real this time. After multiple delays, Margaritaville will finally and officially debut in the east bank of the Flats on July 11....

By Douglas Trattner Jun 26, 2017 11:40 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites margaritaville flat east bank

Akron's Beloved Luigi's Is Not Closing, Despite Internet Rumors

The rumors aren't true. Akron's classic Italian restaurant Luigi's is staying open, despite what the internet might be telling you. Wednesday, Facebook users were in...

By Laura Morrison Jun 23, 2017 1:55 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites Akron Luigi's Italian restaurant closed open

Update: Swensons is Officially Expanding to University Heights, Could Open This Year

Update: After much speculation, Swensons Drive-In is coming to University Heights, and could be open within the year. In April, Scene broke the news...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 22, 2017 4:47 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites Food Dining Swensons

Shake Shack Coming to Cleveland Sooner than Planned

In February, we learned the exciting news that Shake Shack would be planting a flag in Cleveland if and when the mixed-use, high-rise development NuCLEus...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 21, 2017 12:31 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites shake shack pinecrest

Sterle's Country House to Close After More than 60 Years

Update: “Sterle’s is not closing,” explains chef Natasha Pogrebinsky. “We are rebranding and focusing more on large groups and private events. Just because we are...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 21, 2017 11:20 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites sterle's

86 Years of Griddled Perfection at Bob's Hamburg in Akron

By the time I had settled in at Bob's Hamburg in Akron, it was already 2 in the afternoon. Given the late lunch hour, the...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 21, 2017

Dining Lead

Where to Score the Best Pupusas in Cleveland

With new joints opening on very side of town, we very well may have reached Peak Taco in Cleveland. And while we love the tortilla-bound...

By Billy Hallal Jun 21, 2017

Food Features

More Changes at Red Restaurant Group: Team Adds Executive Chef, Director of Operations

Lately, the news out of Red Restaurant Group has been one of exits: that of longtime chef and partner Jonathan Bennet, and that of short-lived...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 20, 2017 5:03 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites red moxie

There Will Be No Fabulous Food Show This Year, But Organizers Hope to Bring It Back in the Future

Cleveland's popular Fabulous Food Show won't be back this November, or anytime this year. But Rob Attewell, the show's producer as well as I-X Center's consumer...

By Laura Morrison Jun 19, 2017 5:04 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites Fabulous Food Show Michael Symon Cleveland food

Updated: Rick's Cafe in Chagrin Falls to Change Ownership After 40 Years

Update: Rick’s Café owner Alec Singer clarifies that he is indeed selling the 40-year-old restaurant to Shawn Monday and his partner Michael Schwartz. But he...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 17, 2017 12:13 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites

Cleveland Summer Beerfest to Feature 50 Breweries

Fifty breweries, including local favorites Platform, Royal Docks and Market Garden, will be on hand for the second annual Cleveland Summer Beerfest, which takes place...

By Jeff Niesel Jun 17, 2017 8:04 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites Summer Beer Fest Jacobs Pavilion at Nautical

Water Garden Cafe's Vegan and Meat Offerings Alike Are Welcome Additions to Cleveland, If Only They Could Get the Service Right

Vegans must be a patient lot. Either that or they’re willing to put up with all sorts of complications just as long as there’s some...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 16, 2017 4:15 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites Water Garden Cafe Dining Food Vegan

Scene's Van Aken Beer Garden Returns to Shaker Plaza Tonight

The only thing better than a beer garden is an outdoor beer garden. Tonight from 6 to 10, the third annual Van Aken Beer...

By Jeff Niesel Jun 16, 2017 8:27 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites Van Aken Beer Food

Crop Adding All-You-Can-Eat Saturday Brunch In Addition to Sunday

Update: It seems as if the groundswell of eager brunchers that awaited the arrival of Crop's all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch have provided impetus for the Ohio...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 14, 2017 6:31 pm

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites crop bistro brunch

RED Restaurant Group Shutters 811 Kitchen Bar to Rebrand

811 Kitchen Bar Lounge, the globally influenced, modern-American kitchen and bar that was opened by RED Restaurant Group last year, closed yesterday. The move is...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 14, 2017 9:45 am

Scene and Heard: Scene's News Blog Bites red moxie

Collision Bend Puts the Restaurant Back in the Brewery

We were seated at the bar in Collision Bend. To our left, through a wall of windows, was that incredible post-industrial maritime view filled with...

By Douglas Trattner Jun 14, 2017

Food Features

Four Great Local Wine Stores With More

From dating to dinner parties, wine is a nearly inescapable part of adulthood. Knowing just a little about one's own preferences can help make any...

By Billy Hallal Jun 14, 2017

Food Features

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